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WRITER/EDITOR/COPYWRITER/WORDSMITH - This week’s guest is SUE PUBLICOVER. Sue is officially noted as "Chief Executive Wordsmith" for "Writers of the Round Table." This is an online company that provides development and marketing of written content, such as novels, how to books, screenplays, plays, etc., for a diverse array of clients. Sue's background in advertising and marketing helps her clients explore innovative methods for promoting their written work. Her experience as a professional writer/editor/copywriter helps them find the right words. Sue has taught strategic marketing and writing seminars, authored and co-authored countless articles, on more than a dozen e-books on topics ranging from credit building to potty training. WE WILL DISCUSS... "How do you market your book? What do you do once you've written your manuscript? The author platform: What is it and how do I get one? The value of mentoring for a writer. Remember your audience."

SINGER/SONGWRITER/PULITZER PRIZE NOMINEE - This week's guest is TYANA PARR (Ty Parr). She is a singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, engineer and producer. She plays the flute, piano, blues harp, keyboard and all Latin percussion instruments, not to mention that she was blessed with an extraordinarily rich voice. She was a lead vocalist with Englebert Humperdinck, Smokey Robinson, Ramsey Lewis, Reo Speedwagon, Great White, which brought forth the Platinum Block-Buster album, "Once Bitten, Twice Shy." Most notably, Ty Parr received a Pulitzer Prize nomination for her work on the 1996 church-burnings story published in USA TODAY of which she is very proud. WE WILL DISCUSS... "Writing For The Right Singer" As a Singer/Songwriter, you have to know when another singer may be the best 'singer' for your song, you have to put your own personal singing aspirations aside to bring truth to the song. Tips on how to find your musical style as a singer.

ACTRESS, FORMER FASHION DESIGNER - This week's guest is NAVAH RAPHAEL. Nominated for "Best Supporting Actress" in "Grappling With Your Demons" by the 2008 Action on Film International Film Festival. Navah is also a self-proclaimed animal communicator and healer. We discuss Navah’s soon to be released movie, “Heartwood." Her return to acting after a career as a fashion designer. What are some scenarios that would prompt a career change and return? How does she communicate and heal animals?

FIRE MANIPULATOR/STUNTMAN/ESCAPE ARTIST/EVENT PRODUCER - This week’s guest is TED SHRED. Performing a “Houdini-esque” straight jacket and chain escape as an opener, Ted Shred. He talks about his amazing and dangerous world of fire, featuring numerous forms of fire retention, multiple torch fire-eating and mega blast fire breathing. He also tells us of his various businesses which include: BAT PACK TALENT - Talent agency which specializes in questionable actors and his wildly popular corporate and private celebrity events. These events can be so elaborate, magical and awesome, that he is booked years in advance by celebrities and moguls in the corporate world to have the "TED SHRED" experience. He has worked with and is friends with most of the A-list people in the entertainment business, but you wouldn't know it by his down-to-earth style and generous spirit.

PSYCHOLOGIST/CAREER COACH/AUTHOR - “Dr. Debbie” is a Clinical Psychologist as well as a Certified Career Coach. Dr. Debbie Campbell has been in practice for over 17 years. As a Coach, Dr. Campbell assists individuals and organizations to achieve their goals and increase their career success. Dr. Debbie has a Masters Degree in Counseling, a Masters Degree in Education, and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. We will be discussing the tools you need to obtain complete focus and drive which will help you to navigate towards success in the entertainment business.

ACTRESS/PRODUCER/WRITER - This week's guest is Laquita Cleare. Laquita founded Salsera Productions to create work not only for herself as an actor, but for other writers, directors, and actors. She is currently producing a web series, “Secret Fridays” which has been reviewed and is quickly gaining popularity among viewers. She is also in development on the feature film “Dear Shaylee.” We will be discussing how you can create a name and successful career as an actor, writer, producer or director by starting your own productions company. Don’t wait around to be discovered by someone! Discover yourself and your abilities and carve out a path for yourself.

VOICEOVER PRODUCER - This week's guest is Marc Cashman. Marc is one of the best voiceover producers, directors and actors in the entertainment industry. Over the past fifteen years his company, "Cashman Commercials" has received over 150 advertising awards in local, regional, national and international competitions, including the esteemed ADDY and CLIO Awards. We will be discussing: how to get started, importance of your first demo reel and where to find the best classes to get started.

ACTOR - This week’s guest is celebrity actor, Ernest Thomas. Ernest is best known as "Raj" the star of a sitcom called "What's Happening!!" Currently, he is the recurring character, Mr. Omar, on the hit series, "Everybody Hates Chris." We will be discussing what it was like being the star of your own sitcom. How to reinvent yourself for new projects. What it takes to make it in show business. How to stay in the mix of the biz.

WRITER - This week’s guest is author, Sophie Mokhtari. Discussion of her latest book; "China Girl...A Daughter’s Journey." This is the first novel in the "Lemonade Series." The goal of this series is to provide a voice for women who have suffered and to bring hope to all those who want to survive and succeed with strength and courage. Advice is provided on how you can write your first prize-winning script and get it published

SINGER/SONGWRITER - This week's guests are actors, Alyssa Carter and Lyn Mahler. We discuss the obstacles, challenges, trials and tribulations that each have encountered and prevailed as a young, beautiful actor at the beginning of her career and an older, beautiful actor in the middle of her career.

SINGER/SONGWRITER - The guest this week is singer, songwriter, Andrea Miller. Andrea shares her story of what it was like to have worked recently with Celine Dion, David Foster and Alan & Marilyn Bergman on a vocal demo. She tells of a plug-in feature called Antaris, which will give you perfect pitch on your musical recordings. She tells of one of the ways that a celebrity singer learns original songs to record. She gives advice and tips on how to make it as an Independent recording artist.

COMEDIENNE - This week's guest is Comedienne, Professional Whistler, Carole Anne Kaufman. They discuss how to get started in stand-up comedy, how to find your comic style, what tools and classes you need to get started and market yourself as a professional comedian.

SINGER/SONGWRITER - This week's guest is singer, songwriter, actress, Chelsea E. They discuss how to make it as an Independent recording artist. How to find the right market for your vocal style. What tools you need to gain traction in the music business and market yourself ultimately as a business.

PRODUCER | DIRECTOR | WRITER - This week our guest is Emmy Award winner, MARY LOU BELLI. Some of her credits include: "The Game," the spinoff to "Girlfriends" on the CW which she directed for seven consecutive seasons. She directed the pilot of the Web series, "3Way" winner of 2 logo awards and The AfterEllen.com 2008 Visibility Awards for Best Lesbian/bi Web Series. With over 100 episodes to her credit, Mary Lou directed "Living with Fran" starring Fran Drescher, "Misconceptions" starring Jane Leeves, and "Eve" starring hip hop artist Eve, as well as "The Hughleys," "Charles in Charge," "Major Dad," and "Sister, Sister." Mary Lou received BET nominations for directing "Girlfriends" and "One on One" as well as a Prism Award for "Girlfriends." After receiving a BA in theatre from Penn State, Mary Lou acted in musical theatre and soaps in New York, followed by a Los Angeles career producing and directing theatre with over 75 play productions to her credit. She is the co-author of two books: "The S

ACTOR - This weeks’ guest is celebrity actress, singer, Geri Reischl. She is most famous for her role as Jan Brady on "The Brady Bunch Hour" and K.T. in the horror film cult favorite, "The Brotherhood of Satan" along with singing with Sammy Davis Jr. They discuss the importance of having a great headshot and how to make sure you choose the right photographer.

SINGER/SONGWRITER - This week's guests are singer/songwriter/musician, Christoph Bull and Kelley Foster. They discuss how to make your first music CD on a low budget, how to work part-time and still be able to pursue a career in the music business.

ENTERTAINMENT NEWS - This week's guest is blogger/actor/podcaster Daniel Krause. Dan expresses his distaste of reality shows, latest scoops in showbiz news, the level of difficulty to break into the voiceover business and finally the congressional battle going on between the incandescent versus fluorescent light bulb.

ACTOR - This week's guest is actor Jonathon Carter Schall. He discusses how an actor can make a smooth transitional move into show business from living in another city. What you need to plan for in advance of your career move to Los Angeles.